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POMONA, California – Tragedy Strikes as Three Women Killed in Drunken Driving Crash
In a devastating turn of events, three women lost their lives in a horrific crash caused by an alleged drunken driver in Pomona, California. The incident took place as the victims were returning home from a joyous baby shower on a Saturday night.
The fatal collision involved two vehicles, leaving everyone involved with moderate to severe injuries, as reported by the Pomona Police Department.
Details of the Victims
The victims, identified as Alejandra Olaez, her sister-in-law Yesenia Olaez, and Alejandra’s daughter Noemi Olaez, were passengers in a vehicle driven by Juan Manuel Garcia and his wife Lorena Morales.
Tragically, two individuals lost their lives at the scene of the crash, while three others were rushed to the hospital, where one of them succumbed to their injuries.
Suspect Arrested and Charged
The alleged drunk driver, Victor Siharath, 36, who was the sole occupant of the other vehicle involved, was arrested on felony DUI charges. Officers determined that Siharath was driving while impaired at the time of the collision.
Subsequently, Siharath faced formal charges including three counts of murder and one count of driving under the influence of alcohol causing injury. The community has been left reeling from the senseless loss of life due to this tragic incident.
Support for the Victims’ Families
In the wake of this heartbreaking event, GoFundMe campaigns have been set up to support the families of the deceased victims. Fundraisers have been launched for Lorena Morales, Alejandra Olaez, and Yesenia Olaez to help alleviate the financial burden during this difficult time.
As the Pomona community mourns the loss of these three women, the devastating impact of drunk driving serves as a stark reminder of the importance of road safety and responsible driving practices.
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